Entry Level Software Developer

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking an entry level Software Developer in Groton, CT. You will join the Monitoring & Control System Group to develop software for HM&E systems, using C++, Java, and PLC ladder logic across shipboard networks.

The role involves coding, testing, documentation, and collaboration with NAVSEA. Occasional travel may be required. A BS in a relevant engineering field and eligibility for DoD clearance are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE or related engineering field with electrical/computing concentration.
• Security clearance eligibility through DoD required.
• 0–5 years of post-graduate engineering experience relevant to the job.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and execute software code and unit tests.
• Support software functional qualification testing.
• Maintain cybersecurity, interfaces, and specifications.
• Maintain software requirements documentation.
• Support system qualification testing.
• Assist with logistics documentation and operating instructions.
• Prepare technical papers for NAVSEA.

Skills

C/C++

Java

SQL

PLC ladder logic

Linux

Software development lifecycle

Hardened applications

Military systems

JIRA

GitLab

microservice architecture

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Microsoft Project

DOORS

JIRA

GitLab

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Entry Level Software Developer

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-20673

Type: Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Engineering

EB Groton Shipyard

Overview

Department 428 Electrical Systems is looking for a highly motivated software engineer to join the Monitoring & Control System Group.

The Monitoring & Control Systems Group is a COLUMBIA Program dedicated team responsible for the development of the Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) Monitoring and Control (HMC) system. The HMC system is a networked based system that provides signal conditioning and electrical flow paths for control, indication , monitoring, and alarms based on sensor ( e.g. temperature, pressure, salinity) data. HMC features comprehensive use of network switches, servers, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs ) and display panels located throughout the ship for monitoring and control. The HMC system develops and maintains the software code for all of the applications, including C++, J ava and ladder logic for PLCs.

Primary Technical tasks may include:

• Developing, managing and executing software code and associated unit tests
• Supporting software functional qualification testing
• Maintaining cybersecurity, interface requirements and specifications
• Maintaining formal software requirements documentation
• Supporting system qualification testing
• Supporting system/component logistics documentation including technical manuals, ship system manuals and operating instructions
• Developing written correspondence, technical papers and presentations for Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)

Occasional travel may be required for this position.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree with electrical, computer or software concentration.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the DOD
• 0-5 years of post-graduate engineering experience relevant to the job description.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a Linux environment
• Previous Navy experience
• Experience with Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs
• Experience with project management and systems engineering practices and principles including configuration management, Microsoft Project and DOORS
• Proficiency with C/C++, Java, SQL, and/or PLC ladder logic
• Understanding of software development lifecycle
• Familiarity with developing hardened applications
• Knowledge of Military system or component development for Naval Platforms
• Familiarity with JIRA, Gitlab
• Familiarity with microservice software architecture

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General Dynamics Electric Boat is a recognized leader in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the United States Navy.